Purchasing Specialist

Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Specialist is responsible for operational purchase-to-pay process, including the timely placement of purchase orders, planning of material delivery schedules to meet production demands, and maintaining inventory levels within approved guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Managing purchase-to-pay process in nominated categories
• Ability to manage the end-to-end sourcing process, including developing (RFI/RFP) packages, evaluating supplier proposals and negotiating contract terms.
• Acting as a "business partner" to internal departments (IT, HR, Finance) to understand their needs and align them with procurement strategies.
• Purchase order and delivery schedule planning and placing within the frame agreements given by Category Manager, strategic purchaser or Regional Procurement Manager
• Proficiency in analyzing supplier spend, market trends, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) to identify cost-reduction opportunities
• Analyzing material markets and supplier stability to ensure long-term assurance of supply.
• Delivery control and order confirmation handling
• Daily communication with suppliers regarding deliveries
• Minor claim handling
• Contribution to supplier KPI measurement (service and delivery accuracy)
• Invoice error handling
• Input for intercompany material flow management (in cooperation with logistics)
• Contributes to the development of operational procurement processes and category team work
• Escalates supply issues and risks to regional procurement and category manager
• Deliver targeted results
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Purchasing / Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 1 - 3 years of experience in operational procurement within a global manufacturing organization
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Ability to conduct routine tasks with meticulous approach and attention to detail
• Must be able to make decisions with insufficient information regarding material demand
• Must be able to make decisions regarding purchase order timing and delivery schedule to secure sufficient supply of materials
• Must be able to make decisions regarding purchase price (within the approval limits)
• Proficient with MS-office and ability to learn new systems
• Professional verbal and written skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with global vendors and high-level internal leadership.
• Attention to detail
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position will not offer relocation or visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The duties are performed indoors in a traditional office setting with indoor environmental conditions and noise. Activities include extended periods of sitting and extensive work at a computer.
• Ability to communicate orally with vendors, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential.
• Occasional work in the manufacturing/warehouse area may be required
• Must be able to continuously stand, hear, listen, talk, walk, bend, stoop, kneel or squat
• Occasionally required to sit, use repetitive hand motion, pull, push and lift up to 20 pounds

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) eligible after one month
• 401(k) matching 100% on first 6%
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Onsite fitness facility
• Fitness reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Short term incentive plan
• Profit sharing

Nokian Tyres is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.